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CFTC Commissioner Quintenz To Participate In A Fireside Chat At The ABA Derivatives & Futures Law Committee Winter Meeting

Date 14/01/2020

WHAT:

Commissioner Brian Quintenz will join SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce for a fireside chat at the American Bar Association (ABA) Derivatives & Futures Law Committee Winter Meeting 2020

WHEN:

Friday, January 24, 2020
11:05 am (EST)

WHERE:

La Playa Beach and Golf Resort
9891 Gulf Shore Drive, Naples, FL 34108

BlackRock’s Bold New Approach To Climate Must Include Deforestation - World’s Largest Asset Manager Can’t Face Down Climate Without Defunding Forest Destruction

Date 14/01/2020

BlackRock Inc. CEO Larry Fink today released his annual letter where he announced a series of policies aimed at putting climate change and sustainability at the center of the company’s business model. In the letter Fink noted that “climate risk is investment risk,” and “sooner than most anticipate there will be a significant reallocation of capital” to reckon with the climate crisis.

Update On DTCC-Euroclear GlobalCollateral Joint Venture

Date 14/01/2020

Since DTCC-Euroclear GlobalCollateral was formed in 2014, we have been very pleased with industry receptiveness to the Margin Transit Utility (MTU) and the Collateral Management Utility (CMU). The market is in need of collateral management solutions that streamline and automate processes while enabling firms to meet emerging regulations. However, as the market has continued to evolve, we regularly assess the most efficient way to deliver the highest-quality services to support clients. As a result, DTCC and Euroclear have jointly decided to separate the two products and dissolve the joint venture, DTCC-Euroclear GlobalCollateral operating entity, effective March 10, 2020. DTCC and Euroclear are carefully managing this process to ensure the transition is seamless and that there is no impact to clients.

SIFMA Fixed Income Market Close Recommendations In The U.S., The U.K. And Japan For The U.S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Date 14/01/2020

SIFMA has confirmed its previous recommendation for a full market close on Monday, January 20 for the trading of U.S. dollar-denominated fixed income securities in the U.S., U.K. and Japan in observance of the U.S. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday.

ICE Data Services To Offer ESG Reference Data On U.S. And International Companies - BofA Global Research Will Serve As ICE’s Development Partner For This New Initiative

Date 14/01/2020

Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. (NYSE:ICE), a leading operator of global exchanges and clearing houses and provider of data and listings services, today announced plans to launch a new data service that is designed to help investors better assess the environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities in corporations.

SEC Obtains Emergency Asset Freeze, Charges Businessman With Operating A Ponzi-Like Scheme

Date 14/01/2020

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it filed an emergency enforcement action and obtained a temporary restraining order and asset freeze against Illinois resident Kenneth D. Courtright, III and his company, Todays Growth Consultant Inc., in connection with an alleged Ponzi-like scheme that raised at least $75 million from more than 500 investors throughout the United States and abroad.

New York Superintendent Of Financial Services Superintendent Lacewell Announces Appointment Of Former Cfpb Deputy Director Leandra English To Department Of Financial Services Leadership Team - Ms. English Brings Nearly A Decade Of Consumer Protection Experience To Her New Role As Special Policy Advisor To The Superintendent

Date 14/01/2020

Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell today announced that Leandra English, the former Deputy Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), has joined the executive team at the Department of Financial Services (DFS) as Special Policy Advisor. This appointment strengthens the mission of the Department to protect and empower New York consumers as Washington continues to roll back on consumer protections.

Opening Remarks At The Inaugural Meeting Of The Asset Management Advisory Committee, SEC Chairman Jay Clayton, Jan. 14, 2020

Date 14/01/2020

I am delighted to welcome you in this new year to the inaugural meeting of the Commission’s newest advisory committee—the Asset Management Advisory Committee, or the “AMAC.” I apologize that I am not there to speak to you in person. I am in Europe for meetings with my international counterparts on matters that relate directly to the evolution and globalization of the asset management industry, including (1) whether there is a mismatch in investor expectations and market realities regarding liquidity depth in various equity, fixed income and alternative asset markets, and (2) issues raised by the reference rate transition and the discontinuation of LIBOR.

Euronext Annual Conference 2020 - Stakeholders Gather To Discuss Accelerating Growth In Europe

Date 14/01/2020

Today, the 9th edition of the Euronext Annual Conference drew nearly 850 participants and speakers representing listed companies, investors, private equity firms, banks, financial advisors, regulators, government officials and more.  At this key annual rendez-vous for the financial community, speakers shared their vision for growth in Europe and confirmed their commitment to sustainable finance that creates long-term value. 

Eurex Exchange: Fixed Income Highlights – January 2020 Edition

Date 14/01/2020